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New Roguelikes & Roguelites in September 2026: The Monthly Update
AppWizard
August 30, 2026

New Roguelikes & Roguelites in September 2026: The Monthly Update

- Serious Sam: Shatterverse was released on August 31 for PC (Win). - Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault was released on September 2 for PC (Win), PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox. - Cosmo Tales entered Early Access on September 3 for PC (Win). - Rutrum was released on September 3 for PC (Win). - Mewgenics was released on September 8 for PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series. - Wanderburg entered Early Access on September 8 for PC (Win). - Ex Sanguis entered Early Access on September 10 for PC (Win). - Roguecraft DX was released on September 10 for PC (Win). - Forsworn was released on September 10 for PC (Lin, Win). - Fresh Tracks VR was released on September 10 for PC VR. - Shroom and Gloom entered Early Access on September 11 for PC (Mac, Win). - Dunebound Tactics was released on September 14 for PC (Win). - Cloudbreaker was released on September 15 for PC (Lin, Win). - Fleetbreakers entered Early Access on September 15 for PC (Win). - Sublight was released on September 15 for PC (Win). - Two Sides of Hell was released on September 17 for PC (Win). - Furyball: Rogue Revenge entered Early Access on September 23 for PC (Win). - Stick It to the Stickman was released on September 23 for PC (Win).
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AppWizard
August 15, 2026

Everything Coming to Xbox August 17-21

Next week, between August 17th and 21st, Xbox will launch several new titles, including: - The Sinking City 2: A third-person survival horror game set in 1920s Arkham, featuring puzzles and resource management. - Backyard Baseball: A reimagined version of the classic game with new modes and 30 characters across 11 remastered stadiums. - Mortal Shell II: A standalone sequel with faster combat and deeper weapon customization in a compact open world. - Black Flower: A roguelike game focused on managing a garden through unpredictable weather. - Grim Trials (August 19): An action roguelite where players craft weapons and face demons as a Reaper. - Find The Cats 2: A hidden object adventure game centered on finding cats in colorful environments. - Ground Zero Hero: A post-apocalyptic game where defeating enemies enhances player evolution. - Gallipoli (August 20): A PvP game based on World War I beach landings that emphasizes teamwork. - Uncle Joe’s Motel: A sim-horror adventure that combines simulation tasks with psychological drama.
Marathon's new PvE experiment is Bungie's most genius decision yet, so make it a full mode already
AppWizard
June 3, 2026

Marathon’s new PvE experiment is Bungie’s most genius decision yet, so make it a full mode already

Players can now access the new content from Marathon's Season 2 update after initial server issues. The update features a nighttime Dire Marsh map, which has limited visibility and requires players to use torches and gadgets. The experimental Sponsored Survival mode is a key highlight, available from June 2 to June 9, allowing players to explore the map without immediate threats from other players, aside from UESC bots. Solo Rook players will gradually join the match, increasing competition for loot. Interactions with Rooks are infrequent, leading to mostly non-violent encounters. This mode aims to provide a PvE experience while maintaining PvP elements. A full PvE mode is anticipated to debut later in Season 2.
The next Call of Duty is Modern Warfare 4, Infinity Ward's first game in 4 years
AppWizard
May 28, 2026

The next Call of Duty is Modern Warfare 4, Infinity Ward’s first game in 4 years

Activision has confirmed that the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise will be Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward after a four-year hiatus. The game will feature settings in North and South Korea, following a squad of South Korean marines and an American embedded soldier during a North Korean invasion of Seoul. The narrative style aims to reflect current events, described as "ripped from the headlines." Captain Price will return, and the game will include a traditional, linear story mode with over a dozen campaign missions. Multiplayer will focus on classic gameplay without features like Ominimovement and wall-jumps, and will introduce a sequel to the DMZ extraction mode. Modern Warfare 4 is set to be released on October 23.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era teases a roguelike mode as it hits 1 million sales
AppWizard
May 28, 2026

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era teases a roguelike mode as it hits 1 million sales

The latest installment of the Heroes of Might and Magic franchise, Olden Era, sold 250,000 copies within one day of its release and reached 1 million units sold in less than a month. The game pays homage to the mechanics of HoMM 3 while introducing new elements like a revamped magic system and new gameplay modes. Developers Unfrozen and publisher Hooded Horse have announced a roadmap for early access that includes new modes such as teamplay, observer modes, and replays, along with significant class reworks and hero skill rebalancing. Future updates will introduce features like a thieves guild, underground terrain, and a roguelike mode. The early access version currently offers a single act of the campaign with limited higher-tier magic and monsters.
Dawn of War 4 just got a release date (or 2), a DLC roadmap, and Crusade Mode plans
AppWizard
May 21, 2026

Dawn of War 4 just got a release date (or 2), a DLC roadmap, and Crusade Mode plans

Dawn of War 4 is set to be released on September 17, with early access for the Commander Edition available on September 14. The Commander Edition includes advanced access and additional downloadable content, such as a story prologue, a campaign expansion, and a new faction. The Blood Ravens Story Prologue follows a Blood Ravens strike force returning to their homeworld of Aurelia. The expansion will introduce a new faction and campaign, along with new commanders and features in the Crusade Mode. Free updates will include new modes, map packs, and a Mission Editor for custom battles. Both editions will have a 10% preorder discount, but specific pricing details are not yet available.
Slay the Spire 2's team is already cooking on 3 ideas for new game modes, each offering 'ways to interact with Slay the Spire that don't exist right now'
AppWizard
April 3, 2026

Slay the Spire 2’s team is already cooking on 3 ideas for new game modes, each offering ‘ways to interact with Slay the Spire that don’t exist right now’

Casey Yano, co-founder of Mega Crit, revealed that Slay the Spire 2 will enter early access in the next year or two and will feature three new modes, including a co-op mode. This addition aims to attract both seasoned players and newcomers. The team is exploring new gameplay dynamics, which may include collaborative gameplay, dynamic challenges, and experimental features that could surprise players.
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